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One last thing before you buy a clutch fan... do a little junkyard shopping and grab the electric fans off some of the new stuff. Some of these move enough CFM to power an ultralight aircraft! There is a post here today about using a Ford Contour fan set up, and I've read a Lincoln Mark 7 has a...

Might want to check in at http://turbobullet.com/forum/

Header tethers. Next you'll have to safety wire your cigarette lighter to the ashtray...

"That would have worked if you hadn't stopped me". RIP Mr. Ramis He was even good in a small role in Airheads.

You know the "It's just going to be a driver" thing is a lie we all tell ourselves don't you?

Really a good build. Well thought out and executed and some good ideas there. Since you aren't a stranger to AFCO products, and if you want to adjust your rear height, consider adding some rear spring sliders and get rid of friction and 30 year old shackles to boot. Also negates the change in...

It's been a while since I looked in and you have covered a lot of ground since then. Nice to see it as a runner again! That has to be fun! Ideas for your heat problem. Replace existing thermostat with 160F unit if cold weather operation isn't a big thing. You could block off the heat...

Don't put too much faith in the Dash one (360-1 vs 360-8) blocks being better either. As previously stated, the only way to know for sure is with a sonic test.

Cheap Hardly Efficient Virtually Runs On Luck EVERY Time!! And while were at it... Creeps (or C#nts) And Morons Always Race One Enjoy and revel in the wisdom

Read Mopar Action. They are currently doing a Magnum low buck buildup that might help with ideas. it's been progressing for the last few issues (and the current one) and they sell back issues. Seems like the Enginequest iron head is the best thing going for Magnum builders who don't want to go...

Other things to consider since the 70's when fenderwells were the only choice. The heat problem can be minimized with coatings and thermal barriers. Header wrap. Painting the floorboard and the backside of the firewall with the ceramic heat barrier coatings available like Lizard Skin etc...

Neat car to have no matter how you redo it especially because of the history. Another survivor from the days when slot mags ruled the earth! They are still cool today, I'd keep them. Even if you decide to get modern wheels, it gives you more choices in looks. Who says you cant switch from time...

It's been a while since I looked in. Glad to see it running and coming along. I hope I can finally report progress on mine later this year. It's been dormant for a looong time. Alan

The "rumor" used to say 1976 or earlier, especially 71-74 blocks, had the same casting cores as 340's and therefore had thicker walls. I never went past .030 on mine. If you go to a 4.060 bore after sonic testing it does make a 372 or close to it. I did luck into a 360 4V factory shot peened...

A few points. If your engine is original to the car and has non adjustable valvetrain it uses a hydraulic cam. Not all 273 were solid lifter (mechanical) cams. They switched to hydraulic in 67, I assume to standardize parts between it and the 318. Also, if it is a 67-69 engine an intake...

Walmart Auto Department. Grab a gallon jug of Super Clean. Comes in a big purple jug. Not to be confused with Purple Power or Crud Cutter although they work too. You can dilute it like crazy and it still kicks ***. If you wash your hands with it straight it may never quit making soap! Buy a good...

Hair dryer+gasoline fumes=dead forum member. Be damn careful.. kerosene or diesel is a bit safer man. Good luck with the car...Valiants are awesome.

I know these are 69's but here's the look to shoot for! The deadly sleeper effect. The movie you've been waiting to see... IT CAME FROM THE RETIREMENT HOME!! iN GLORIOUS TECHNICOLOR!!!

Somebody does have a repop but its between $600-700. Nice work so far! And it can't CRACK!!!!

Great color choice for your (wife's) Valiant it's looking really good! care to share what color that is and paint information? That might be a good choice for my 69 Valiant. I'm looking forward to seeing it when it's done! Alan

Well, with no progress made on the Fridginator again this year.. last week was a good one to spend Black Friday in the junkyard supporting the economy! Found a 69 New Yorker and bagged the 489 case pumpkin.. No sure grip and 2.76 gears, and no yoke.. but beat spending swap meet vulture prices...

Neat project.. might be a good idea to replace the freeze plugs lest they leak after you get it installed.. especially the ones in the bellhousing area... it sure will be easier now than once you get it into it's shiny new home! They may look good but can rust through from the inside.. trust me...

I'm not sure which story is funnier.. this one or the guy who got nearly electrocuted by the lawnmower and the eclectric fence. Thanks for the great laugh!:notworth: Alan

Just make sure it's got open air dining.......

Nice car.. nice to have another Valiant guy on board! Alan

And on a good day, that track will break stuff.. or used to anyway. Sticky when prepped properly. Last visited in 2008.. looking forward to it again. Alan

Sorry, as stated, sold. Tail panel still in the garage, however. Sorry, will keep eyes open. Alan

Only idea I have.. from working on rusty Cat equipment.. get the nuts and bolts hot then immediately sick the wrench on them. If you can work some common candle wax into the threads it actually helps some times.. it really gets in there when the heat melts it. Worked on the track adjuster bolt...

69 Valiant, I meant no offense.. I hope me posting it here helps you sell it.. everything else on it looks way better than the one I started with. if I had a place in the country or a bigger garage I'd love to add it to my collection.. and having money would help too. I have enough stuff lying...

I remember seeing something when I lived in Arkansas that resembled a flying shotgun shell in size.. burnt reddish head, with balck and yellow sections after.. never found out what it was but it sure scared the hell out of me! Gas down the hole? How about a flamethrower.....?!